On 25 May 2026, the Memorial Day Run returns as part of the Houston Holiday Series, honoring fallen U.S. service members with a morning of road racing on Houston’s Memorial Drive corridor. The programme includes a half marathon (two loops), 10km, 5km and a kids and family 1km, plus virtual options, all starting from St. Thomas High School and following a smooth, mostly flat out-and-back style road course. Wide lanes, gentle elevation and generous cut-offs make the event accessible to a full range of paces, from competitive runners to walkers and stroller-pushing families. Participants receive a race shirt and finisher medal and are welcomed into a post-race area with music, food and a strong red-white-and-blue theme. It’s designed as both a fitness challenge and a community way to remember and celebrate the heroes of Memorial Day.
Races
The Memorial Day 5K on Monday 25 May 2026 rounds out the programme in Houston, a shorter 5 km run/walk organised by Houston Running Co. that welcomes families and newer runners to take part in the Memorial Day tribute on a friendly road loop.
The Memorial Day 10K is also held on 25 May 2026 in Houston, Texas, a 10 km race organised by Houston Running Co. on the same Memorial Day course, giving runners a mid-distance option within the patriotic, remembrance-focused event.
The Memorial Day Half Marathon takes place on Monday 25 May 2026, organised by Houston Running Co. as part of its Holiday Series, starting and finishing in Houston, Texas, USA, on a road course that honors the men and women who have given their lives in U.S. military service.
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FAQs
What is the Memorial Day 5K?
How long is the Memorial Day 5K?
Where does the Memorial Day 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Memorial Day 5K?
How can I prepare for the Memorial Day 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Memorial Day 5K?
The Memorial Day 5K on Monday 25 May 2026 rounds out the programme in Houston, a shorter 5 km run/walk organised by Houston Running Co. that welcomes families and newer runners to take part in the Memorial Day tribute on a friendly road loop.
The Memorial Day 5K is 5km long.
The Memorial Day 5K takes place in Houston, TX, USA.
The Memorial Day 5K elevation gain is 6 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Memorial Day 5K?
The Memorial Day 5K on Monday 25 May 2026 rounds out the programme in Houston, a shorter 5 km run/walk organised by Houston Running Co. that welcomes families and newer runners to take part in the Memorial Day tribute on a friendly road loop.
How long is the Memorial Day 5K?
The Memorial Day 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Memorial Day 5K take place?
The Memorial Day 5K takes place in Houston, TX, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Memorial Day 5K?
The Memorial Day 5K elevation gain is 6 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Memorial Day 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Memorial Day 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Memorial Day 10K?
How long is the Memorial Day 10K?
Where does the Memorial Day 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Memorial Day 10K?
How can I prepare for the Memorial Day 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Memorial Day 10K?
The Memorial Day 10K is also held on 25 May 2026 in Houston, Texas, a 10 km race organised by Houston Running Co. on the same Memorial Day course, giving runners a mid-distance option within the patriotic, remembrance-focused event.
The Memorial Day 10K is 10km long.
The Memorial Day 10K takes place in Houston, TX, USA.
The Memorial Day 10K elevation gain is 64 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Memorial Day 10K?
The Memorial Day 10K is also held on 25 May 2026 in Houston, Texas, a 10 km race organised by Houston Running Co. on the same Memorial Day course, giving runners a mid-distance option within the patriotic, remembrance-focused event.
How long is the Memorial Day 10K?
The Memorial Day 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Memorial Day 10K take place?
The Memorial Day 10K takes place in Houston, TX, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Memorial Day 10K?
The Memorial Day 10K elevation gain is 64 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Memorial Day 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Memorial Day 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Memorial Day Half Marathon?
How long is the Memorial Day Half Marathon?
Where does the Memorial Day Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Memorial Day Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Memorial Day Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Memorial Day Half Marathon?
The Memorial Day Half Marathon takes place on Monday 25 May 2026, organised by Houston Running Co. as part of its Holiday Series, starting and finishing in Houston, Texas, USA, on a road course that honors the men and women who have given their lives in U.S. military service.
The Memorial Day Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Memorial Day Half Marathon takes place in Houston, TX, USA.
The Memorial Day Half Marathon elevation gain is 233 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Memorial Day Half Marathon?
The Memorial Day Half Marathon takes place on Monday 25 May 2026, organised by Houston Running Co. as part of its Holiday Series, starting and finishing in Houston, Texas, USA, on a road course that honors the men and women who have given their lives in U.S. military service.
How long is the Memorial Day Half Marathon?
The Memorial Day Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Memorial Day Half Marathon take place?
The Memorial Day Half Marathon takes place in Houston, TX, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Memorial Day Half Marathon?
The Memorial Day Half Marathon elevation gain is 233 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Memorial Day Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Memorial Day Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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